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X998 XAU

2000 Mercedes-benz Vito

Green Diesel 2151cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jan 2009
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

Typical for 2000 Mercedes-benz Vito111,462 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX998 XAU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2000
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,151cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Jan 2008
Pass 31 Jan 2007

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

uneven wear on nearside front tyre

Fail 30 Jan 2007

Nearside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Oil leak

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

nearside rear tyre has uneven wear on inside edge

offside inner c/v boot split

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz Vito?

Based on 2,011,702 MOT tests across 164,434 vehicles.

71.2%
Pass Rate
9,235
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
164,434
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 49,564
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 46,783
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 43,234
Brake pipe excessively corroded 37,987
Stop lamp not working 33,048
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X998 XAU is a 2000 Mercedes-benz Vito in Green with a 2,151cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2000 Mercedes-benz Vito models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.9% with a typical mileage of 111,462 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz Vito fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 49,564 recorded failures. If you're considering buying X998 XAU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz Vito typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 26 years old, this Mercedes-benz Vito is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of X998 XAU?

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What year was X998 XAU registered?

X998 XAU is a 2000 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 6 September 2000.

Is X998 XAU safe to buy?

The MOT history for X998 XAU shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does X998 XAU have outstanding finance?

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